1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1999 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1999 Opel Tigra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 840 kg more than 1999 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Astro | 1999 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Astro | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
